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Friday, May 15, 2026
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden has chosen U. S. Sen. Kamala Harris of California for vice president, bringing to an end months of speculation and even frenzy about the possibility that Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer could be the choice. Ms. Whitmer emerged as a growing national figure at the […]
ROSEMONT, Ill. – The Big Ten Conference announced the postponement of the 2020-21 fall sports season, including all regular-season contests and Big Ten Championships and Tournaments, due to ongoing health and safety concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic. In making its decision, which was based on multiple factors, the Big Ten Conference relied […]
I love antiques, old books, and letters. I love listening to our older generation that shares their wisdom and stories from the past. There is so much to learn from their history if only we would take the time to listen and imagine. I feel the same way about antiques. […]
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has extended her order declaring a state of emergency through Sept. 4, allowing her to keep intact COVID-19-related powers that were set to expire Tuesday. By Sept. 4, the state of emergency will have been in place for 178 days or almost half of the year. The new […]
The Mid-American Conference has canceled its football season this fall because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The conference is the first in the Football Bowl Subdivision to opt out of taking the field this fall. Unable to make a decision at Thursday’s league-wide president’s meeting because Northern Illinois wouldn’t play this […]
The family of Alma C. (Thuemmel) Sullivan regrets to announce her passing on Sunday, August 2, 2020, at the age of 103. Mom was born on February 20, 1917, in Detroit, Michigan. Her childhood was spent on the Thuemmel family farm where she acquired strong work ethics and the enjoyment […]
Jennifer Marie Horn05/18/1971Alcohol-Open Container in MVOperate While Visibly ImpairedFines and costs $114090 days, credit 1, serve 4, balance held in abeyanceNo alcohol, controlled substance, marijuanaTest on demandNo WeaponsNo bars, taverns, casinos160 hours community serviceAttend 12 step programAssessment & recommendationsSign releases Matthew Paul Sauro10/13/1988Operate with a Suspended LicenseFines and costs $58090 […]
Larry David Campbell, age 68, of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan passed away Monday, August 3, 2020, at Medilodge Assisted Living following a lengthy illness. Larry was born on November 13, 1951, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, to the late Wilmer and Iva (Stearns) Campbell. After high school, Larry received his […]
Today Governor Gretchen took action to elevate Black voices in state government, signing Executive Order 2020-163, which creates the Black Leadership Advisory Council. The governor also signed Executive Directive 2020-9, recognizing racism as a public health crisis and taking initial steps to address it within state government. Under the Executive […]
LANSING — Three prisoners, assisted by two others, ran for the fence at an Upper Peninsula prison Monday night, but were captured, officials confirmed. The incident happened about 10:30 p.m. at Chippewa Correctional Facility near Kincheloe and was over quickly, said Chris Gautz, a spokesman for the Michigan Department of […]
